GAP (guaranteed asset protection) insurance is a type of optional car insurance coverage for vehicle owners. If you happen to be involved in a car accident, including one that’s not your fault, GAP insurance can make it easier to obtain a new vehicle without having a big out-of-pocket burden. Today, we’re going to take a…
Why You Should Avoid Making Statements to the Opposing Insurance Company
November 30, 2020 By
If you’ve ever sustained a personal injury or been injured on the job, you’ll likely reach a point where you’ll have to deal with an opposing insurance company at some point. They may also ask you to make statements about your situation. This may seem like a reasonable request, but it’s something we advise against…
Duties of Stores to Clean Up Liquids and Prevent Slip and Fall Accidents
November 16, 2020 By
Slip and fall accidents account for more than a million emergency room visits each year. One of the possible ways this type of personal injury can occur is by slipping on spilled liquids not properly cleaned up in a publicly accessible store. Today, we’re going to discuss what responsibilities or duties a store has when…
When to Claim Workers Compensation in Illinois
May 25, 2020 By
In 2018 alone, private employers in Illinois reported more than 100,000 not-fatal workplace injuries. Injuries of this nature are sometimes serious enough to immediately impede the ability to work. Other times, however, the work-related incidents or issues can present problems that develop later. For this reason, it’s not always clear when it’s best to file…
What To Expect During Your First Consultation With A Personal Injury Lawyer
April 13, 2020 By
What Happens When First Meet with a Personal Injury Lawyer? Approximately 40 million doctor office visits per year in the United States are due to unintentional injuries, according to the CDC. Granted, not all of these injuries are the result of somebody else’s negligence. For the ones that are, however, an initial consultation with a…
Are personal injury settlements considered income?
March 30, 2020 By
Is a Personal Injury Settlement Taxable Income? Most personal injury cases end with a settlement. If this is what happened with your case, you wonder if the money you received from your settlement is considered income for tax purposes, especially if you received a lump sum payment – which is what typically happens with personal…
When to File a Personal Injury Lawsuit?
March 2, 2020 By
Technically, a personal injury lawsuit can be filed any time after an accident has occurred involving the negligence of another party. So, just when should you consider filing a lawsuit? Generally, if the incident was minor, filing a lawsuit is a last resort. Below, we explore the topic of deciding when to file a personal…
When Will My Personal Injury Case Be Settled?
February 17, 2020 By
When Will My Personal Injury Case Be Settled? If you’ve already initiated a personal injury case, you may be wondering when it will be settled. The “clock” for a personal injury case typically starts ticking when a lawsuit is filed and legal actions need to take place. As for when your case might be settled,…
Head Injuries: How a CT Scan Can Provide Evidence of a Latent Aneurysm
August 5, 2019 By
Importance of getting a CT scan of the head when there is a head injury to check for latent brain aneurysm One of the leading causes of workplace injuries in the United States is being struck by an object or piece of equipment. If you are struck on the head or if you fall and…
Why Gaps in Treatment Can Harm your Case
June 10, 2019 By
After a serious accident, like most people, you have skyrocketing medical bills. Any gaps in medical treatment, whether it’s one month or one year, will allow the other side to argue that your injury is not as serious as it is claimed to be. Here are the ways to handle gaps in treatment in a…
